Upcoming events.
Neurodiversity Affirming and Trauma Informed Occupational Therapy (February)
This workshop explores what it means to practise occupational therapy in a neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed way, moving beyond buzzwords into meaningful application.
Neurodiversity Affirming Exploration of Sensory Preferences
This session explores how occupational therapists can support neurodivergent clients to understand and navigate their sensory experiences using neurodiversity-affirming approaches.
Neurodiversity Affirming and Trauma Informed Occupational Therapy (May)
This workshop explores what it means to practise occupational therapy in a neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed way, moving beyond buzzwords into meaningful application.
Learn-Do-Teach - Values Exploration Workshop
Learn-Do-Teach Values Exploration for health and helping professionals
Are you wanting to implement values activities into your work but aren’t sure how?
Learn and experience a method of values exploration and a framework to use in practice, developed and delivered by a multiply neurodivergent occupational therapist.
3 live online sessions (+ recordings), with access to a ready to use package of resources with step by step instructions on how to implement and adapt activities
Values Exploration for Us and Our Work
An online introductory workshop, aimed at health professionals, outlining my values practice and process, why this work is so important, and practical ideas for exploring your values and moving in valued directions.
A taster and precursor to my upcoming Learn-Do-Teach Values Exploration series, coming later in 2025
Developed and delivered by a multiply neurodivergent occupational therapist
An Introduction to Sensory Processing for Mental Health - In person Christchurch
An in person workshop exploring understanding and supporting sensory processing and why this is relevant in mental health settings, delivered by a multiply neurodivergent occupational therapist.
Aim: To introduce you to sensory processing and how it relates to mental health, giving you some tools for what to look out for, what you can do differently and when to refer on.
Covering: Sensory modulation and mental health; Sensory processing patterns - seeking, avoiding, sensitivity, low registration; The 8 sensory systems and strategies for each; Neurodiversity affirming assessment and strategies; What to look out for and how you can support; Resources and tools
Neurodiversity affirming practice for mental health - In person Christchurch
An in person training on neurodiversity affirming practice for mental health, delivered by a multiply neurodivergent occupational therapist.
Covering - Core principles of neurodiversity affirming practice; The overlaps of neurodiversity affirming practice with recovery and trauma informed care principles; Useful definitions; Medical and social models of disability; Co-occurring conditions, missed and misdiagnosis; Sensory processing, alexithymia; Communication and the double empathy problem; Lived experience feedback; Support and accommodations, including universal design; Action steps and changes to practice
Sensory Kit Workshop - for adults
Would you like more tools in your self-regulation toolbox? This 2-part workshop is an opportunity for you to learn about your sensory preferences and explore strategies that work for you to develop a kit for ongoing use.
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice for Mental Health - online
Learn about different aspects of neurodiversity affirming practice and explore what it might look like in your setting/life.
Delivered live online over 2 sessions + access to recording.
Understanding and Supporting Sensory Processing for Mental Health - online
An introduction to understanding and supporting sensory processing for mental health. What to look out for and how you can support clients or yourself. Delivered live online over 2 sessions (and recorded).
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice for Mental Health Professionals - in Person, Hamilton, NZ
Learn about different aspects of neurodiversity affirming practice for mental health and explore what it might look like in your setting or in your life. Live in person in Hamilton 27th October 12-4:30.
Understanding and Supporting Sensory Processing for Mental Health Professionals - In person only
An introduction to understanding and supporting sensory processing in mental health settings. Things to look out for and how you can support clients.
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice for Mental Health Professionals - In person in Canberra ACT
Learn about different aspects of neurodiversity affirming practice and explore what it might look like in your setting.
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice for Mental Health Professionals - In person only
Learn what neurodiversity affirming practice is and explore what it might look like in your practice.
Part 2 - Values Exploration Workshop
Part 2 of a 2-part values exploration workshop. Get clear on your values and take steps to live more in line with them. In session 2 you will make a values vision board.
Part 1 - Values Exploration Workshop
Part 1 of a 2-part values exploration workshop. Get clear on your values and take steps to live more in line with them. In session 1 we will explore ways to figure out your values and move in valued directions.
Part 2: Make Your Own Sensory Kit
Would you like to have more tools in your self-regulation toolbox?
Come and learn more about the unique ways in which you process sensory information, explore and develop strategies for self-regulation and create your own sensory kit.
In session 2 you will put together your own sensory kit.
Part 1: Make Your Own Sensory Kit
Would you like to have more tools in your self-regulation toolbox?
Come and learn more about the unique ways in which you process sensory information, explore and develop strategies for self-regulation and create your own sensory kit.
Session 1 is all about sensory processing systems and patterns.
Part 2 - Values Exploration Workshop
Part 2 of a 2-part values exploration workshop. Get clear on your values and take steps to live more in line with them. Session 2: Values in different life areas, what gets in the way of living in line with our values, values vision boarding for the year ahead.
Part 1 - Values Exploration Workshop
Part 1 of a 2-part values exploration workshop. Get clear on your values and take steps to live more in line with them. In session 1 we will explore ways to figure out your values and move in valued directions.
A note on accessibility for trainings
Accessibility is important to me and there will also be limits to what I can do as a disabled sole trader who works part time. This is a summary of what I currently offer when delivering a training.
Please note that was is available when I run a private training will be different to what is available in settings such as a conference, as then I do not have as much control over the environment.
Format:
In person trainings - when selecting a location for trainings I do my best to ensure they are wheelchair accessible with access to a disabled toilet and a kitchen. Depending on the room configuration I will usually set out tables and chairs in view of a screen which will have the slides on it. There will also usually be a resource table with various fidgets, and I try to provide gluten and dairy free snacks. If you have specific access needs then please let me know when or before you book.
Online trainings - I use Zoom with closed captions turned on. Slides will be visible on the screen and I will stop sharing and recording for any discussion portions. It supports me if people have their cameras on as then I have real time visual feedback from participants, and I also know that some people’s support need is to have theirs off, so it’s ok to have your camera off! Trainings are usually recorded, recordings and a transcript are sent out after a training session. I do my best to provide slides ahead of time, if this does not happen, they will be sent out afterwards.
Information and communication:
I send out thorough emails with event information, times, locations (including photos), zoom link if applicable and a link to any resources, as well as some suggestions for what to bring. Multiple reminder emails will also be sent.
Due to the rising cost of printing I can no longer provide printed copies of slides to in person training attendees. If there is an activities booklet for a training I will provide this.
Discussion during trainings is encouraged, but I will never force anyone to speak who doesn’t want to or call on specific people. You can speak or write down questions, or for online trainings use the chat box.
Accommodations and supports:
I try and use universal design principles to anticipate and provide for various needs, while also supporting myself. But of course everyone is different. If you have any specific accommodation needs please let me know and I will let you know what I can do.